The Helmholtz Centre for Environmental Research (UFZ) with its 1,100 employees has gained an excellent reputation as an international competence centre for environmental sciences. We are part of the largest scientific organisation in Germany, the Helmholtz Association. Our research seeks to find a balance between social development and the long-term protection of our natural resources.
Earth system science data manager (f/m/x)
Within the research unit Smart Models/Monitoring we are looking for a data manager/scientific programmer (f/m/x) to support the departments CER, RS and CHS in their day-to-day scientific activities related to the handling of large spatio-temporal datasets from observations, remote sensing and model simulations. Support the departments CER, RS, and CHS by building a flexible data archive and management system for spatio-temporal datasets such as remotely sensed data, climate and impact model simultations, reanalysis and gridded observation-based data
The chance to work in interdisciplinary, international teams and benefit from a variety of perspectives
First class integration into national and international research networks to work together on global challenges
Excellent research infrastructure and research data management to optimally support your work
Competent support and advice for international colleagues arriving at the UFZ from the 'International Office'
Special annual payment, capital-forming benefits and subsidised Germany Job Ticket
MSc or PhD in Earth system science, remote sensing, environmental modelling or related fields
Excellent data handling skills with large spatiotemporal data
Python, R, Julia, bash, cdo, etc.)
Experience with different data formats such as netCDF, geoTIFF, hdf, zarr
Experience with a scientific work environment
The UFZ has a strong commitment to diversity and actively supports equal opportunities for all employees regardless of their origin, religion, ideology, disability, age or sexual identity.
The job position is available for full-time or part-time employment
Remuneration according to the TVöD public sector up to pay grade 13 including attractive public sector social security benefits
Please submit your application via our online portal with your cover letter, CV (please omit your photo, age, or marital status) and relevant attachments.